Relates to cloud computing and agency considerations regarding contracting with cloud service providers

This bill updates the state technology law to formally define cloud computing and requires state agencies to consider cloud solutions for future data storage and management needs. It mandates that agencies create written procedures to evaluate cloud options and provides technical specifications to guide how they contract with cloud service providers. Additionally, the bill directs agencies to educate themselves on the benefits of using these services and aligns the state's definition of cloud computing with a national standard.